The Alchymist, in Search of the Philosopher's Stone, Discovers Phosphorus, and Prays for the Successful Conclusion of his Operation, as was the Custom of the Ancient Chymical Astrologers

William Pether

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white image. Man kneels on one knee with right hand raised. The man wears a long robe. A lamp on a stand is to the left. The lamp has a round light at the top. The man sits on a tiled floor. Behind him is a table and two other people. There are various objects on shelves in the background. The room has archways and stone walls. The room is dimly lit. There are large windows behind the shelves. The windows have a gothic pointed arch. The room contains scientific equipment. A figure wears a helmet and armor. Various vessels and pots are placed around the room. Books are also scattered around the room. The man standing behind wears a long cloak. The room appears old. The image looks old. The image is framed with a thin white border.